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The text of this traditional Hebrew song comes from the twelfth century Jewish Articles of Faith, translated as "I believe." Sung by many Jews who were victims of the Holocaust, the song offered comfort...view details

This popular contemporary Jewish song is presented in a masterful setting by John Leavitt. As the simple, memorable Hebrew chorus is restated, the music unfolds in a rich and sonorous outpouring, supported by...view details

You won't want to miss this delightfully festive little piece that is a superb way to introduce a multicultural perspective into your holiday programming. Independent choral lines build a lively counterpoint...view details

Here is an exuberant a cappella number that's loaded with African atmosphere! The traditional Zambian words are sung throughout, with such a buoyant rhythmic feel that you are transported into the center of a...view details

Sizzling with celebratory rhythmic energy, this African folksong loosely translates as: "Those who sing have the right to be called the children of God." The only accompanying instruments are hand drum...view details

Cuban salsa music is sweeping the country, and Cantar! (which means "Sing!" in Spanish) is a stylistically authentic salsa work for choir. The text is a combination of English and simple, repetitive...view details

Sung completely in Hebrew, this delightful Israeli song, with its text based on a song from the Old Testament "Song Of Solomon," is an excellent multicultural experience for young singers. It is a superb...view details

The words of a Hawaiian chant form the basis of this nature-inspired piece, which celebrates our connection to the rising sun using Hawaiian and English in equal parts. With authentic-sounding rhythmic and...view details

A folk song from long ago, but is poignant for our time. The poem speaks of a soldier who has returned from war to find his young sister grown. Intelligent vocal part writing that is rich and sophisticated...

This a cappella setting of a traditional South African praise song just bursts with joyful energy! Full of dynamic contrasts, exciting percussion and a wide range of layered vocal textures, this is an...view details

With a text taken from a traditional Ghanian fisherman's prayer, this original work is full of space and freedom, with syncopated melodic lines and a soulfulness that will bring a creative and joyful...view details

Two popular Jewish folk songs are joined in this creative medley based on a poignant text, which speaks of dwelling together in unity and harmony. A cello part is provided for the TTB voicing, while a violin...view details

A profoundly moving text, written on a cellar wall during the rise of Nazi Germany, joins with original music to create a deeply emotional expression of hope for all mankind. With brief narration and the echo...view details

The familiar African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child," is appropriately set to tribal-sounding music in this marvelous cross-cultural feature. A great closer, this piece is a proven audience...view details

A West African dance song provides a highly rhythmic center for this rousing piece. It builds from one part to a dramatic ending in six parts. To be sung in the native language - there is extensive repetition...view details

This exuberant African-style original work is an invitation to let music be our guide and sing together with joyful hearts. You'll want to use the optional percussion parts with this a cappella piece, to...

Niska Banja is a Serbian Gypsy dance popular throughout the Balkans. To Central Europeans, the 9/8 rhythm of 2-2-2-3 is as natural as a 4/4 rock beat is in North America, and rapidly becomes both...view details

Nordic Polska is a combination of traditional Swedish and Finnish folksongs arranged for performance by LEVELELEVEN, a combination of The Real Group and Rajaton. Using scatting and nonsense syllables, the...